Position #: 091689

Expected Start Date: August 31, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Melfort Public Health Office

City/Town: Melfort

Department: Public Health Nursing

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

: The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health model. Public Health Nurses translate knowledge from the health and social sciences to support health enhancing behaviours of individuals, families, and population groups through targeted interventions, programs, and advocacy. is available upon request.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- One (1) year of public health experience required
- Experience in public health and implementation of The Public Health Act, 1994

Education

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP)
- Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

- Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing is acceptable

Knowledge and Abilities

- Ability to communicate with clients from diverse social backgrounds
- Knowledge in human behaviour, growth and development
- Knowledge of social determinants of health affecting vulnerable populations
- Ability to communicate with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Sound clinical judgement skills.
- Ability to use health promotion and prevention strategies for program planning
- Advance computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Access).




- knowledge of public health nursing in a generalized and focused practice role
- Knowledge of communicable disease control practices and procedures
- Ability to manage anaphylaxis and immunization administration
- Ability to work independently and as a leader of a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge in the principles of Population Health Promotion
- Knowledge of principles/practices of immunization
- Knowledge in immunology and biologicals used for immunizations
- Ability to learn new skills
- Ability to exercise independent nursing judgement
- Knowledge in community health nursing theory and principles
- Knowledge in population health promotion and its relationship to health status
- Ability to communicate with clients from diverse economic backgrounds
- Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives
- Knowledge in current principles and practices of immunization
- Knowledge of population health approach to health promotion/prevention

Other Information

- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
- For more information on the city of Melfort please visit https://www.melfort.ca/




- For more information on the town of Tisdale please visit http://www.tisdale.ca/
- Registered/eligible to register with corresponding professional association
- Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare setting. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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